The 14 best state parks in Massachusetts you really shouldn’t miss

Annika Hipple | Lonely Planet | May 17, 2022

https://www.lonelyplanet.com/articles/best-state-parks-in-massachusetts

More than 150 sites make up Massachusetts’ superlative network of state parks, encompassing a diverse array of landscapes and historic sites.

With so many outstanding choices it’s impossible to choose a definitive list of the best state parks in Massachusetts, but here are several you really shouldn’t miss.

Do I have to pay to enter Massachusetts state parks? 

All state parks are free to enter, though many popular sites charge daily parking fees, some year-round and others seasonally. 

These fees are significantly higher for out-of-state visitors than for Massachusetts residents, with residency determined solely by the vehicle’s license plate. Massachusetts residents can purchase an annual park pass online. It’s valid for one calendar year; both a Massachusetts driver’s license and a Massachusetts license plate are required. 

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